Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park Located near Potomac River, DC, MD, WV TRAVEL BASICS - CAMPING - LODGING ACTIVITIES - FACILITIES - FEES/PERMITS Replica Canal Boat Ride at Great Falls Tavern, C&O Canal NHP. (NPS Photo) IN BRIEF The C&O Canal follows the route of the Potomac River for 184.5 miles from Washington, D.C. to Cumberland, MD. The canal operated from 1828-1924 as a ...

A regional land trust dedicated to the conservation and enhancement of the natural, scenic, recreational, and historic qualities of the Potomac River and its surrounding watershed lands.

The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Page is a source of information about the 184 mile towpath running from Washington, DC to Cumberland, Maryland.

The C&O Canal Association Home Page offers information on events, activities, news, history, membership and much more.